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Deputy General Manager Gu Hongwei remarked during the meeting:"The Suzhou Creek area, as a significant zone for Shanghai’s urban renewal, holds both rich historical and cultural value and the mission of advancing modern urban innovation. By collaborating with the Sino-Italian Design Exchange Center, we hope to leverage international resources, unleash the area’s creative potential, and foster a deeper integration of culture and economy." He emphasized that the continuous introduction of international resources provides sustained momentum for the high-quality development of regional projects.

Wang Qun pointed out: "The Center is dedicated to creating a platform for cultural and design exchanges between China and Italy, consistently supporting closer ties between Shanghai and Florence in urban renewal, artistic cultural creativity, and design innovation. We believe this discussion will deepen communication with Suzhou Creek Group, drive the exploration of international cooperation models, and achieve resource sharing and mutual advantages."

Guo Mingmin, General Manager of Shanghai Jing’an District Construction General Company, remarked during the meeting: “Jing’an District is a key area for urban renewal in Shanghai. In recent years, we have accumulated rich experience in integrating historical building preservation with modern functionalities. Through this exchange, we hope to incorporate Italy’s advanced concepts in urban planning, design, and heritage conservation into our projects, exploring development paths tailored to Jing’an District’s unique characteristics and injecting more innovative elements into the region’s revitalization.”

Wei Wei, Deputy Manager of the General Department of the Office of the Suzhou Bay Construction Management Committee, added: “The development of the Suzhou Bay area not only requires upgrading urban infrastructure but also deeply tapping into its cultural essence to create an internationally influential cultural brand. We look forward to deeper collaboration with the Sino-Italian Design Exchange Center to jointly build a premier hub for cultural creativity and economic development.”

Future, the two sides will further strengthen their coordination to advance the implementation of development projects in Florence and Shanghai’s Suzhou Creek area, injecting new vitality into cultural and economic exchanges between China and Italy.